Zig Wajler has been a professional
musician for 26 years and is the author of World Beat Fun (Alfred
Publishing) and co-author of Mixcraft for the Classroom. He is also
the composer/arranger of all the original music featured in his recordings and
performances. Zig plays Drums, Percussion, and Keyboards.
He has been seen on:
As an educator for K-12 Schools various designs of Hands On with Zig have been presented throughout the nation to over 1 MILLION attendees. Students of all ages in K-12 school systems, universities, teachers and parents have participated in these programs as well as patrons of theaters, learning centers, festivals, civic centers, summer programs and music dealers. Zig's programs introduce a new medium of learning by heightening an awareness of the diverse ways music can affect the quality of everyday life.
**** Zig in the May 05' Issue of Modern Drummer Magazine ****
Zig is also an avid dog lover. Nikki a 10 year old Pekingese (she is a rescue dog).
Willy and Zach are no longer with us, however they are featured in his recordings.
Listen closely to ' Udu Song', 'African Medley', and '3-2 Salsa'.
Zig has been featured in:
Zig is an award winning instructor with The Percussive Arts Society/Sabian Scholarship. He is the recipient of a Nashville Nammy as a member of The Animal Band, and has been nominated for the Governor's Artist Award. Zig served as a committee member for the MARS Music Foundation and Be True Arts Foundation. He is the creator of READ it Again Nashville.
Other Ventures that Zig has been involved in:
Zig is Endorsed By:
Zig with Berea College Gear Up students at Pearl Jim P., Glen C., and Zig in the Pearl showroom
Zig's Latin Percussion setup Zig and Mayan Drummer
Do you have a question that you would like to ask Zig? If so, just email him, and he will try to answer back as soon as he can!
